1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 68 L |